Season 2 is upon us, and (IMHO) so far so good.
** SPOILER ALERT **
I wonder what the White Walkers are doing with that dude's male babies?
** END SPOILER **
I have not watched the 2nd episode of the new season yet. But my [non-virtual] friends are already bitching that they are bored and that there's not enough action. I told them to put a sock in it.
Quote from: Gusington on April 10, 2012, 02:46:01 PM
I have not watched the 2nd episode of the new season yet. But my [non-virtual] friends are already bitching that they are bored and that there's not enough action. I told them to put a sock in it.
all your friends are ADD?
I thought that the 2nd episode just had some blatantly gratuituous sex scenes, but WTH
teach your friends where Cartoon Network is on the remote, and ask them politely to refrain from commenting on shows for the "grown ups" ;D
@BB, +1
Haven't watched episode 3 yet, watching it later tonight.
You won't enjoy the "sex" scene as much. Although the scene with Stannis' "Red Priestess" almost makes-up for for the other scene.
Thank heavens that I watch it 'On Demand'!! I can both fast-forward and pause at will.
I watch it on demand as well for the Cliff Notes at the end. The red priestess is very hawt in a totally evil way.
Even hawter nekkid. 8)
^You big tease.
Not to mention Skinimax Cimenax!
Gus, you'll like the end of the latest episode. Not having read the books, I can honestly say as I did not see THAT coming.
Do you find it hard to follow at all, 40?
I read the books yet I still sometimes forget who's who.
Quote from: Centurion40 on April 25, 2012, 08:28:48 AMGus, you'll like the end of the latest episode.
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Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on April 25, 2012, 08:38:14 AM
Do you find it hard to follow at all, 40?
I read the books yet I still sometimes forget who's who.
Yes and no. I know who all the main characters are, and sometimes I look shit up on Wiki, but mostly I just 'go with it' until it all makes clear sense.
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Quote from: Centurion40 on April 25, 2012, 08:28:48 AMGus, you'll like the end of the latest episode.
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Oh yeah, drop the spoiler!
SDR if you watch the episodes On Demand they all include a wrap-up from the writers which I find very useful. I am falling behind on the series...I have two to watch.
I just bought Season 1 of Game of Thrones on Bluray. Not sure I'm ready for the adventure yet, so I'm saving it.
^ word of caution - screen it before you let the girls sit down with it. It might be more than you're ready for them to handle yet.
Quote from: bayonetbrant on April 25, 2012, 12:33:03 PM
^ word of caution - screen it before you let the girls sit down with it. It might be more than you're ready for them to handle yet.
Thanks. I've already told my wife that it's not suitable for the chicklets. I had heard that much about it.
^Yeah a lot of sex and female parts.
Quote from: bayonetbrant on April 25, 2012, 12:33:03 PM
^ word of caution - screen it before you let the girls sit down with it. It might be more than you're ready for them to handle yet.
Unless the girls have recently turned 18, listen to Brant.
Quote from: LongBlade on April 25, 2012, 11:47:32 AM
I just bought Season 1 of Game of Thrones on Bluray. Not sure I'm ready for the adventure yet, so I'm saving it.
if there is any prudishness still running through your viens....
seriously I find some of the scenes rather *cough* gratuitous :o
Quote from: Windigo on May 01, 2012, 12:21:19 PM
Quote from: LongBlade on April 25, 2012, 11:47:32 AM
I just bought Season 1 of Game of Thrones on Bluray. Not sure I'm ready for the adventure yet, so I'm saving it.
if there is any prudishness still running through your viens....
seriously I find some of the scenes rather *cough* gratuitous :o
Watched the first episode with the wife the other night. Yes, rather obviously gratuitous.
So I started reading the book to try to fill in the gaps. So far I like the book but can't say I see all the hype around it. But I'm only about three or four chapters in.
^It's a good story to get into while playing a game like Warlock.
Quote from: LongBlade on May 01, 2012, 12:32:21 PM
Quote from: Windigo on May 01, 2012, 12:21:19 PM
Quote from: LongBlade on April 25, 2012, 11:47:32 AM
I just bought Season 1 of Game of Thrones on Bluray. Not sure I'm ready for the adventure yet, so I'm saving it.
if there is any prudishness still running through your viens....
seriously I find some of the scenes rather *cough* gratuitous :o
Watched the first episode with the wife the other night. Yes, rather obviously gratuitous.
So I started reading the book to try to fill in the gaps. So far I like the book but can't say I see all the hype around it. But I'm only about three or four chapters in.
Two things to note:
1) A superfluity of characters
2) There is a LOT of sex in the books. Although, not as much as is in the show, it's not by much.
Quote from: LongBlade on May 01, 2012, 12:32:21 PM
So I started reading the book to try to fill in the gaps. So far I like the book but can't say I see all the hype around it. But I'm only about three or four chapters in.
Oh it gets a whole lot better. The third book is my favorite imho.
The first, third and fourth books are probably my favorites. Second one was okay, but it seemed like more of a 'bridge' book to connect the ideas for 1 and 3 together. And the 5th one read much the same way, as just an attempt to connect to the next one.
I watched the 4th episode of the new season last night...quite the shocking ending with the red witch! :o
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Quote from: Centurion40 on April 25, 2012, 08:28:48 AMGus, you'll like the end of the latest episode.
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Oh yeah, drop the spoiler!
So you get it now.
The Wife and I were sitting there wide-eyed asking 'WTF IS THAT??' Might have to watch the next episode on demand tonight instead of over the weekend.
Tell her that she needs to watch the next episode in order to find out WTF that is!!
Just asked The Wife if we could speed up the watching of the next episode and she abides. I need to know WTF is going on!
I don't know how The Wife and I agree on this show...I love fantasy and sci-fi obviously and he doesn't, but we can agree on Game of Thrones. Weird.
Quote from: Gusington on May 03, 2012, 11:06:36 AM
Just asked The Wife if we could speed up the watching of the next episode and she abides. I need to know WTF is going on!
I don't know how The Wife and I agree on this show...I love fantasy and sci-fi obviously and he doesn't, but we can agree on Game of Thrones. Weird.
It's the relationships & smut. Women dig it.
^Sounds right. I like women who dig smut.
It gets 'em all riled-up, which is fortunate. :)
In the last few days The Wife has been more riled up than usual.
Spring fever.
I thought FO SHO that Breezy would be the first one to remark! D'oh!
Quote from: Gusington on May 04, 2012, 12:58:26 PM
I thought FO SHO that Breezy would be the first one to remark! D'oh!
He's too busy butting heads with Marty.
He came in right after though! Not bad.
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That's awesome! I'll have to ask my local bar to start carrying those!
Watch the latest episode last night.....
I am totally hooked.
I thought that the most recent episode was the most boring of the franchise to date.
I've only seen a few episdoes (don't ask how that even happened!), but I have to admit that so far I like them a hell of a lot better than the books. It might very well be one of the rare cases where a story on the screen is actually better than on paper.
Tyrion is still my favorite character, of course. I think they might have actually made him a little *too* awesome on the show, but then I understand he's become the audience's darling, so I guess I can't entirely blame the producers.
Quote from: Martok on May 15, 2012, 01:33:18 AM
I've only seen a few episdoes (don't ask how that even happened!), but I have to admit that so far I like them a hell of a lot better than the books.
Heh, I've been afraid to admit to the same for fear of being called a heretic. I think the TV series is far better than the books, which I found to be very dry and full of padding. I'm glad it's being made by HBO though; nobody else could have done it justice.
Also, the show -- to be perfectly frank -- makes a lot of the characters more colorful and less despicable/stupid/obnoxious than they are in the books. I'm finding it difficult to maintain the same level of hate/contempt for the TV cast that I did for their page-bound counterparts.
Of course, if Martin isn't doing most/any of the writing for the show, that alone would explain its massive improvement in quality. ;D
I have not seen the most recent episode yet. I saw the one from a week ago, and thought it was great. I am waiting for something really awful to happen to Joffrey and thought it was going to happen. The longer we wait, the more terrible his end will be.
@Gussicus Rox
they do tend to off characters don't they?
^O yes...o yes...
Quote from: Gusington on May 15, 2012, 09:45:08 AM
I have not seen the most recent episode yet. I saw the one from a week ago, and thought it was great. I am waiting for something really awful to happen to Joffrey and thought it was going to happen. The longer we wait, the more terrible his end will be.
The only really interesting things related to the Mother of Dragons and the King Slayer. The rest was filler.
Quote from: Centurion40 on May 15, 2012, 11:39:57 AM
Quote from: Gusington on May 15, 2012, 09:45:08 AM
I have not seen the most recent episode yet. I saw the one from a week ago, and thought it was great. I am waiting for something really awful to happen to Joffrey and thought it was going to happen. The longer we wait, the more terrible his end will be.
The only really interesting things related to the Mother of Dragons and the King Slayer. The rest was filler.
IT ADVANCED THE STORY, YOU HERETIC!!!!
Quote from: MetalDog on May 15, 2012, 07:40:07 PM
Quote from: Centurion40 on May 15, 2012, 11:39:57 AM
Quote from: Gusington on May 15, 2012, 09:45:08 AM
I have not seen the most recent episode yet. I saw the one from a week ago, and thought it was great. I am waiting for something really awful to happen to Joffrey and thought it was going to happen. The longer we wait, the more terrible his end will be.
The only really interesting things related to the Mother of Dragons and the King Slayer. The rest was filler.
IT ADVANCED THE STORY, YOU HERETIC!!!!
+2 ..... burn him!!!
Quote from: Windigo on May 15, 2012, 10:29:52 PM
Quote from: MetalDog on May 15, 2012, 07:40:07 PM
Quote from: Centurion40 on May 15, 2012, 11:39:57 AM
Quote from: Gusington on May 15, 2012, 09:45:08 AM
I have not seen the most recent episode yet. I saw the one from a week ago, and thought it was great. I am waiting for something really awful to happen to Joffrey and thought it was going to happen. The longer we wait, the more terrible his end will be.
The only really interesting things related to the Mother of Dragons and the King Slayer. The rest was filler.
IT ADVANCED THE STORY, YOU HERETIC!!!!
+2 ..... burn him!!!
Give him to R'Hollor the Red God and his "witch" Melisandre. Maybe it'll be HIM she's squeezing out at the next town!
You will all bow to the Mother of Dragons when she reclaims her rightful throne!
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I have to say the only thing I find cheesy about the show is the little dragon. I hope he grows up and sheds the cheese.
He does, as do the other dragons.
I predict that the Mother of Dragons will eventually rule Westeros, with either Jon Snow or Tyrion Lannister at her side.
^Have you read that far into the books? I've only read the first one.
Based upon his predictions, I'd say he hasn't.
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on May 16, 2012, 12:23:02 PM
Based upon his predictions, I'd say he hasn't.
Tis true. They all dead by the end?
Then again, I have been told that there have been some minor deviations from the books. So my prophecy might still hold true!
O snap SDR. NO SPOILERS.
Nope, no spoilers.
Myabe they're all dead. Or maybe some are. Maybe none are. Maybe it's just that circumstances later that make it impossible or highly unlikely (it's fantasy so I guess nothing's impossible, just annoying to the fans...see Luke and Leia as twins...) for 40's predictions to come true.
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on May 16, 2012, 02:26:09 PM
Nope, no spoilers.
Myabe they're all dead. Or maybe some are. Maybe none are. Maybe it's just that circumstances later that make it impossible or highly unlikely (it's fantasy so I guess nothing's impossible, just annoying to the fans...see Luke and Leia as twins...) for 40's predictions to come true.
Well, time will tell. And long before it actually unfolds, I will have forgotten that I ever made the prediction. BTW, I was originally going to predict Robb Stark and Dragon Momma, but Wiki let me know that is not possible.
I've picked Dragon Momma, as I cannot see the point in telling her story unless she becomes a serious contender for the throne.
Quote from: Centurion40 on May 16, 2012, 02:33:35 PM
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on May 16, 2012, 02:26:09 PM
Nope, no spoilers.
Myabe they're all dead. Or maybe some are. Maybe none are. Maybe it's just that circumstances later that make it impossible or highly unlikely (it's fantasy so I guess nothing's impossible, just annoying to the fans...see Luke and Leia as twins...) for 40's predictions to come true.
Well, time will tell. And long before it actually unfolds, I will have forgotten that I ever made the prediction. BTW, I was originally going to predict Robb Stark and Dragon Momma, but Wiki let me know that is not possible.
I've picked Dragon Momma, as I cannot see the point in telling her story unless she becomes a serious contender for the throne.
uhhhhh you're kidding me right????
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I have to agree with 40. I really think Dany and Snow are going to get it on. Tyrion may be their councillor.
I wanna see Tyrion riding a dragon.
Is that a euphemism? It should be.
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on May 18, 2012, 10:53:58 AM
Is that a euphemism? It should be.
Not meant to be, but the euphemistic potential is a bonus.
Quote from: Centurion40 on May 18, 2012, 10:56:42 AM
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on May 18, 2012, 10:53:58 AM
Is that a euphemism? It should be.
Not meant to be, but the euphemistic potential is a bonus.
She is not going to get it on with Mister Snow. She and the Killer of Kings are going to get it on like bunnies and his sister is going to have an epic fight with Dragon Momma --- I will cry with happiness when this occurs.
Jon Snow with his allies from the north will ally with Winterfell and kick ass.
Our little buddy will kill that sado-masochistic son of a bitch king thats there now...I hope
Quote from: Windigo on May 18, 2012, 03:18:26 PM
Quote from: Centurion40 on May 18, 2012, 10:56:42 AM
Quote from: Silent Disapproval Robot on May 18, 2012, 10:53:58 AM
Is that a euphemism? It should be.
Not meant to be, but the euphemistic potential is a bonus.
She is not going to get it on with Mister Snow. She and the Killer of Kings are going to get it on like bunnies and his sister is going to have an epic fight with Dragon Momma --- I will cry with happiness when this occurs.
Jon Snow with his allies from the north will ally with Winterfell and kick ass.
Our little buddy will kill that sado-masochistic son of a bitch king thats there now...I hope
One of those three things will happen...sort of.
^I am going to squeal with girly delight when Joffrey gets his.
Quote from: Gusington on May 19, 2012, 11:29:17 AM
^I am going to squeal with girly delight when Joffrey gets his.
I hope it is bloody, when it comes.
I thought it was going to all go down a few weeks ago and then realized they are probably saving something really special for him.
MUST...STOP...MUST...NOT...REVEAL...WHAT...HAPPENS...
I think that it'll be the season finale. Too bad because the repercussions are far more awesome than the deed itself and I don't wanna wait until season 3 to see them on screen.
Be strong Arctic, be strong. Do it for us who don't know!
Just finished watching season two. I can't believe that the wizard(s) could be that stupid. I was also glad to get a good look at an "Other" and an army of White Walkers.
^SAY NOTHING MORE I HAVEN'T SEEN THE LAST TWO EPISODES!
Quote from: Gusington on June 07, 2012, 09:33:26 AM
^SAY NOTHING MORE I HAVEN'T SEEN THE LAST TWO EPISODES!
Well skip to it, mofo!!
Quote from: Centurion40 on June 07, 2012, 10:23:00 AM
Quote from: Gusington on June 07, 2012, 09:33:26 AM
^SAY NOTHING MORE I HAVEN'T SEEN THE LAST TWO EPISODES!
Well skip to it, mofo!!
IMHO, looks like season three could be epic!
LA LA LA I CAN'T HEAR YOU
Watching them tomorrow evening.
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So the final episode....I have to admit I was as giddy as a little girl for the last 30 seconds, what an awesome scene. But now we have to wait another year for the next season.
Flibbety-floog.
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What a great idea. Totally re-shoot GOT as a modern-day mob epic!! Love it!!
This is just bizarre -
http://artsbeat.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/06/14/hbo-apologizes-for-bush-head-in-game-of-thrones-dvd/?hp
In the DVD commentary for season 1, the producers admit that they used the head of George W. Bush in "a couple of beheading scenes".
Quote"George Bush's head appears in a couple beheading scenes. It's not a choice, it's not a political statement. It's just, we had to use what heads we had around."
^I saw that...creepy but kinda sorta awesome.
Yeah, I wouldn't mind having my head show up in a Game of Thrones scene.
^ By preference, with all the other bits still attached though.
I've been re-reading the books, and have just started on 4. I have 5 on order with amazon 'cause I aint read it yet.
4 is alright, but you are in for a slog on 5. Reading Dance was like working at a job you used to like, but only go there now for the paycheck. I'm hoping he saved all the good stuff for 6.
^ :(
Game of Thrones political attack ads:
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After finishing up the entire DS9 series, I finally watched Season 1 Episode 1 of this last night. Wasn't too bad but nothing really special either. I know enough not to get attached to any of the characters though. That said, I really hope Daenerys survives a while longer. :dreamer:
Keep going....
You have a ways to go, bbmike, but the ride is well worth it. And it'll take a LOT less time to watch than to read any one of the novels.
If you enjoy fantasy even a little you will love the show.
Quote from: Gusington on October 19, 2017, 12:11:21 PM
If you enjoy fantasy even a little you will love the show.
That's the same line you used on me >:(
Gawd, Mirth.
It would be a thing of beauty if you could participate in the annual, "Worst Joke in the World" contest at the Bluebird club in Napoli.
^ :notworthy:
2nd episode and I'm already getting drawn in. :hide:
Not sure how you avoided learning anything about this series. You are in for a treat :bd:
Quote from: MetalDog on October 19, 2017, 08:49:41 PM
Not sure how you avoided learning anything about this series. You are in for a treat :bd:
x2
<:-)
Six episodes and I'm officially hooked. But please tell me none of those dragon eggs hatch. And is there magic in this series? DON'T TELL ME ANYTHING!!! :hide:
:2funny:
Quote from: bbmike on October 23, 2017, 07:43:00 PMAnd is there magic in this series?
Did you miss the opening scene of the entire series?
That was one quick scene that could have been explained away as something else. Besides, no one since then has said anything concrete about wizards, magic, etc. It's like it doesn't exist.
DON'T TELL ME!!!!
Quote from: bbmike on October 24, 2017, 06:09:39 AM
That was one quick scene that could have been explained away as something else. Besides, no one since then has said anything concrete about wizards, magic, etc. It's like it doesn't exist.
DON'T TELL ME!!!!
the redheads in this series are HOT!
Quote from: bbmike on October 23, 2017, 07:43:00 PM
Six episodes and I'm officially hooked. But please tell me none of those dragon eggs hatch. And is there magic in this series? DON'T TELL ME ANYTHING!!! :hide:
Wait until the Horta shows up.
Does it show up by flying through the atmosphere to save someone? ::)
SEVERAL times. Each time is more badass than the time before that. :D
Quote from: bbmike on October 23, 2017, 07:43:00 PM
Six episodes and I'm officially hooked. But please tell me none of those dragon eggs hatch. And is there magic in this series? DON'T TELL ME ANYTHING!!! :hide:
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^LOL. I'm getting close to finishing Season One. :D
Quote from: bbmike on October 26, 2017, 08:23:50 AM
^LOL. I'm getting close to finishing Season One. :D
valar morghulis
valar dohaeris
Velux windows
Bebop DeLuxe
moar bewbees
You win!
He played the boob card - it's like the ace of spades
First season was great! I knew those damn dragon eggs would hatch. Just like that little girl is going to lead armies at some point. I should really write this stuff. O0
Quote from: bob48 on October 26, 2017, 02:57:14 PM
Bebop DeLuxe
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I have all the albums :)
Same! ;-)
Quote from: bob48 on October 27, 2017, 09:18:57 AM
My favorite is Adventures from Live in the Air Age. One of my 'll time favorite lead solos.
I love the live version of 'Blazing Apostles'.
Quote from: bbmike on October 26, 2017, 06:54:46 PM
First season was great! I knew those damn dragon eggs would hatch. Just like that little girl is going to lead armies at some point. I should really write this stuff. O0
Oh?
Finished the 1st season, did ya?
Somebody's definitely hooked. Muahahah!!
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Hopefully he doesn't lose his head over it.
https://www.levenger.com/PENS---REFILLS-8/GAME-OF-THRONES-22647.aspx